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St. Ignatius celebrated the 100th graduating high school class on Saturday as 24 graduates received diplomas.

Joe McDonald graduated from the school in 1951. He was invited to give the graduation address in honor of the centennial. He said the students can achieve their dreams with hard work like many people who have graduated from the school before them. “Your goals can be achieved if you put your mind to it,” he said.

Sophia Tolbert gave the valedictory address saying it wasn’t a day to be sad but to focus on accomplishments. “As the 100th class, I hope we all go on to follow our dreams,” she said. Co-valedictorian Abbey Arlint said graduation was the beginning of their lives.

Salutatorian Brooklin Hunt said she was going to make her speech “short and sweet” before the gym started to get hot. She thanked the community and families: “You all make a big difference in our lives,” she said.

Retiring teachers Susan Batiuchok, with 37 years, and Lloyd Phillips, with 43 years, were both honored for their dedication to teaching.